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Picture walking up to your home and feeling that sense of pride every single time. That’s what happens when cedar siding is installed correctly. Your neighbors notice the natural wood grain, the way it catches light differently throughout the day, and how it seems to belong in Greenport’s coastal setting.
But beyond the obvious beauty, you’re getting something more valuable. Cedar naturally resists the salt air that damages other materials. It expands and contracts with our seasonal temperature swings without cracking or warping like cheaper alternatives. Your energy bills drop because real wood insulates better than vinyl or aluminum.
Most importantly, you’ve made a smart financial move. In Greenport’s competitive real estate market, cedar siding consistently adds significant resale value while requiring far less frequent replacement than synthetic materials.
SkyLuxe Construction brings a family legacy of craftsmanship to every cedar siding project in Greenport. We’ve spent decades learning how coastal weather affects different materials, which installation techniques prevent moisture intrusion, and what homeowners in Suffolk County actually need.
We’re not the company that tries to talk you into the most expensive option. We’re the ones who understand that Greenport homeowners want cedar siding that looks beautiful and performs reliably for decades. Our team knows the local building requirements, the best suppliers for marine-grade fasteners, and how to detail around windows and doors to prevent the water issues that plague poorly installed siding.
When you work with us, you’re getting contractors who live and work in this area. We understand the salt air, the nor’easters, and the importance of getting your project completed before the weather turns.
We start with a thorough assessment of your existing siding and underlying structure. This isn’t a quick walk-around – we’re checking for moisture damage, measuring for material calculations, and identifying any prep work needed before installation begins.
Next comes material selection and ordering. We source premium cedar from suppliers who understand coastal applications, and we only use corrosion-resistant fasteners designed for marine environments. Everything gets delivered and staged properly to protect your landscaping and ensure efficient installation.
Installation follows proven methods that prevent the common problems we see with cedar siding. Proper spacing for expansion, correct flashing around openings, and attention to ventilation details that keep moisture from building up behind the siding. We clean up completely each day and keep you informed about progress and any discoveries along the way.
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Cedar shingle siding offers the classic New England coastal look that fits perfectly in Greenport’s historic neighborhoods. The individual shingles create shadow lines and texture that vinyl simply can’t replicate, and they weather naturally to that sought-after silvery patina.
Cedar clapboard siding provides clean horizontal lines for more contemporary homes while still delivering the warmth and natural beauty of real wood. Board and batten installations create dramatic vertical emphasis that works especially well on larger homes or as accent areas.
We also handle cedar shake installations for homeowners who want the most rustic, traditional appearance. Each shake is hand-split, creating unique textures and character that make your home stand out in the best possible way. All our cedar siding installations include proper underlayment, ventilation, and marine-grade fasteners specifically chosen for Greenport’s coastal environment.
Properly installed and maintained cedar siding typically lasts 50-75 years in our coastal environment, significantly longer than vinyl or aluminum alternatives. The key factors are using marine-grade fasteners that won’t corrode from salt air, ensuring proper ventilation behind the siding, and following a maintenance schedule that includes cleaning and re-staining every 3-5 years.
Cedar naturally contains oils that resist insects and moisture, but regular maintenance helps it weather gracefully into that distinctive silver-gray patina that looks so good in coastal settings. We see cedar installations from the 1960s and 70s that are still performing well because they were installed correctly and maintained properly.
Cedar shingles are machine-cut to uniform thickness and have smooth surfaces, creating a more refined, consistent appearance. They’re typically used when homeowners want the beauty of cedar with cleaner lines and less rustic character.
Cedar shakes are hand-split or sawn, which creates irregular surfaces and varying thicknesses that produce more dramatic shadow lines and texture. Shakes have a more rustic, traditional appearance that works especially well on Cape Cod or Colonial-style homes.
Both options perform equally well in terms of weather resistance and longevity. The choice usually comes down to the architectural style of your home and your personal preference for either a refined or more rustic appearance.
Cedar siding in Greenport typically needs cleaning once or twice per year and re-staining or sealing every 3-5 years, depending on exposure to salt air and direct sunlight. The maintenance isn’t difficult, but it is important for protecting your investment.
Annual cleaning involves washing with mild soap and water to remove salt residue and organic growth. We recommend having a professional handle the pressure washing to avoid damage from excessive pressure. Re-staining helps maintain the cedar’s natural moisture resistance and can be timed to refresh the color before significant fading occurs.
Many homeowners choose to let their cedar weather naturally to a silver-gray patina, which requires less maintenance but still benefits from annual cleaning and periodic application of a clear wood preservative.
For most Greenport homeowners, yes. Cedar siding typically costs 40-60% more upfront than vinyl, but it lasts significantly longer, adds more value to your home, and performs better in our coastal climate.
Vinyl siding can become brittle and crack in extreme cold, and salt air can cause fading and chalking over time. Cedar actually improves with age, developing character and patina that enhances your home’s appearance. In Greenport’s competitive real estate market, cedar siding is consistently viewed as a premium feature that attracts buyers and supports higher sale prices.
The energy efficiency benefits are also significant. Cedar provides better insulation than vinyl, which can help offset some of the higher initial cost through reduced heating and cooling bills over the life of the siding.
Sometimes, but we generally recommend complete removal of old siding for the best long-term results. Installing over existing siding can trap moisture, create uneven surfaces, and hide problems that need to be addressed.
When we remove old siding, we can inspect the underlying structure for damage, upgrade the house wrap and insulation, and ensure proper flashing around windows and doors. This is especially important in coastal areas where moisture intrusion can cause expensive structural problems.
The additional cost of removal is usually worth it because you get a properly detailed installation that will perform reliably for decades. We can evaluate your specific situation and explain the pros and cons of each approach during our initial consultation.
We typically recommend Western Red Cedar for most Greenport installations because of its superior weather resistance and stability. Western Red Cedar contains natural oils that resist moisture, insects, and decay, making it ideal for our coastal environment.
Eastern White Cedar is another option that performs well here, though it’s generally less available and more expensive. Both species weather beautifully to that classic silver-gray patina that looks perfect in coastal settings.
We source our cedar from suppliers who kiln-dry the lumber to proper moisture content and grade it specifically for siding applications. This ensures you’re getting boards that will install flat, stay straight, and perform reliably in our climate with minimal splitting or warping.
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